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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1916
Page
19
A fragment discusses cash subscription rates and daily papers, then shifts to stray reflections on the Bremen submarine myth, charity, General Bliss, theatrical managers, a baker's dozen, striking out, Romania and the war. It notes the Bremen expected to reach port within twenty four hours and urges united action based on Allied activity.
King Constantine asks M Callagoyeropoulos to form the new Greek cabinet. The man of letters appears to be chosen for his scholarly reputation rather than diplomatic standing.
The piece notes possible a junt debate between Colonels Bryan and Roosevelt as promoters push for fights for Jess Willard. It mentions September as barley month in Saxon lore, and notes Hughes fond of fishing as a clue in the presidential race. It also remarks Mexican behaviors and Tar Heel troops ordered to the border.
A string of wry comments on Hughes Roosevelts and Maine politics, noting Hughes campaign tours for Wilson, pantomime style scenery chewing, bankable bread jokes, and Champ Clark’s disputed Maine result. Ор
An Associated Press report from Haddock in Chicago cites a professor who argues Zulu standards on eugenics are so strong that a baby born below the standard is given a wallop on the head and then buried. The alleged practice is described as natural to that culture and highly controversial.
The piece condemns Hughes and Lodge for appealing to sectional prejudice and promoting a financial monarchy. It argues the South’s seniority and party rule uphold chairmanships and that tax fairness cuts across states. The author decries wealth as a basis for political power, insisting taxes flow from all regions and that government must serve the people, not plutocrats.
A Wake County jury found Thomas guilty only of simple assault after a late night Pullman incident in Raleigh. Judge Bond sentenced him to one year on the roads, arguing that a mere fine would enable dangerous behavior and that whiskey and prohibition gaps contributed to the offense.
Editorial urges strong support for Fayetteville securing an 11 million dollar armor plate factory. Writers argue inland placement satisfies expert rulings and benefits the entire state, calling on Wilmington to back Fayetteville with endorsement and votes.
A terse note frames the aviator's mindset as every season mirrors autumn. The line suggests a cyclical view of time and flight, with the year’s changing light guiding routes and reflections on endurance.
A prewar Dublin audience reaction to a prima donna who struggled with English, as an irrepressible gallery boy shouted for a simpler expression of gratitude, asking for “a pane in the stummick” to fit the moment.
A Baltimore opinion urges knowing bread weight amid a 5 cent loaf price rise. Bakers threaten to reduce loaf weight to 10 ounces from 11 to 12, prompting calls for a fixed weight standard and disclosure to protect consumers and curb profiteering.
A Greensboro Daily Record editorial mocks newspaper exchanges and ad rate politics. It argues publishers should drop exchanges to save white paper and reduce postage, urging a simple subscription instead and criticizing excessive rate discussions.
The Wilmington Dispatch cites large crowds at Wrightsville Beach this season with only two arrests, praising the display of good order. The Kinston Free Press notes the statewide pride in the conduct and orderly turnout.
With the mine victory yesterday we bet the handful of Tar Heel Republicans have commenced selecting what postmaster and other Federal jobs they want.
A fragment notes an expected annual outburst by Jim Cowan in the Wilmington Evening Dispatch titled Why Oh Why doesn't a circus come to Wilmington. The line appears in a Rocky Mount Telegram item referencing Peanuts and Red Lemonade Forever.
The Wilmington Dispatch praises a noted discovery by Thomas Edison and urges voting for Woodrow Wilson. The Charlotte Observer reports the failed debate between Godwin and his opponent and complains the sixth district is being denied its rights, despite 20 cents cotton in the fields.
A nostalgic verse recalling silk cords sent to a young woman living along the A C L road years ago The note speaks of a shy suitor and strings placed behind the ear that could not utter words The poem ends with a pied note about Ima Freak and the playful tale the strings might tell
Lumberton graded school opens with 405 pupils on first day as the new high school building frees space. Prof. R. E. Sentelle serves as superintendent in his eleventh year, with Prof. R. H. Taylor as high school principal.
The undersigned mortgagee sets Monday October 9 1916 at 12 noon as the sale time in Wilmington North Carolina for the described property in New Hanover County. The parcel includes Breezeway Shienboro Town acreage with boundaries along the old Federal Point Road Greenfield Lake and adjacent tracts and is subject to a prior mortgage dated January 26 1914. The sale will proceed to the highest cash bidder at the court.
The Observer reports a $1,100 contribution to the Wilson campaign fund via Treasurer Hugh MacRae. It notes donations come largely from individuals, with no major interests, and that many Democrats wait for the right moment to contribute as the fund opens a new list to receive funds and forward them to the custodian.
New York reports demand for copper at unprecedented levels forcing producers to seek additional markets. A port shipment of 6,500 tons in ingots and bars valued over 4 million dollars arrived today. W B Klander proprietor Radiator Hospital has received a large shipment of fire board iron and offers radiator repairs and stove work.
In Memphis on September 16, Abraham Plesofsky, 68, leaped from the ninth floor of an office building. Hundreds watched as he clung to a window ledge before falling to his death. authorities believe the act was intentional.
Tele graphic communication between Juarez and Chihuahua City was cut today, presumably by Villa bandits. The line remains working only up to fifteen miles from the border near El Paso Texas and Juarez.
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